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Nov 2022
39m 39s

Will midterms bring a big red wave?

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Brand-new CNN poll numbers give us a final snapshot of the midterm climate, and it's beyond bleak for the Democrats. Plus: New CNN reporting on the behind the scenes battle between Mitch McConnell and Rick Scott over who should get more credit -- or more blame -- for how the Senate shakes out after the midterms. And: New, horrific details about the assailant ... Show More
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